1998 Renault Clio vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 116 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Gol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
